German Chocolate Cake Recipe

German Chocolate Cake Recipe

Ingredients:

For the Cake:

1/2 cup water

4 oz German sweet chocolate

2 cups all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon baking soda

1/4 teaspoon salt

1 cup butter, softened

2 cups sugar

4 egg yolks

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 cup buttermilk

4 egg whites, stiffly beaten

For the Coconut-Pecan Frosting:

1 cup evaporated milk

1 cup sugar

3 egg yolks, beaten

1/2 cup butter

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 1/3 cups flaked coconut

1 cup chopped pecans

Instructions:

Prepare the Chocolate:

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 9-inch round baking pans.

Heat the water and German chocolate together in a small saucepan over low heat until the chocolate is melted. Stir until smooth and set aside to cool.

Mix Dry Ingredients:

In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

Cream Butter and Sugar:

In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg yolks one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla and chocolate mixture.

Add Flour and Buttermilk:

Alternately add flour mixture and buttermilk, beating until smooth after each addition.

Fold in Egg Whites:

Gently fold in the stiffly beaten egg whites.

Bake:

Divide the batter evenly among the prepared pans.

Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow to cool in pans for 10 minutes, then turn out onto wire racks to cool completely.

1. Make the Frosting:
   • Combine the evaporated milk, sugar, beaten egg yolks, butter, and vanilla in a saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened, about 12 minutes.
   • Remove from heat and stir in coconut and pecans. Cool until thick enough to spread.
2. Assemble the Cake:
   • Spread frosting between layers, on top, and on the sides of the cake.
3. Serve:
   • Serve the cake at room temperature or slightly chilled. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator.

German Chocolate Cake is a sumptuous dessert that’s perfect for celebrations or any time you want to treat yourself to something special.

Enjoy baking and indulging in this rich, chocolatey cake! If you need any more recipes or have specific dietary preferences, feel free to ask.